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PROFILE OF PROFESSOR ISMAIL ADEGBOYEGA IBRAHEEM

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Professor Ismail Adegboyega Ibraheem is an accomplished professional in journalism, communication studies, and international relations. His career is a strategic blend of scholarly expertise punctuated by years of impactful leadership across roles in many different sectors such as strategic communication, pro-poor media development, global partnerships, media and politics, and public policy. Through the years, his […]

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AMDF’s award winner advises young journalists

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A graduate of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, (UDUS), Abdulrasheed Hammad who recently won the Journalists of the Year, Online category  at the African Media Development Foundation Awards (AMDF) 2024 has advised aspiring journalists to be sincere and consistent in their editorial work. Reacting to winning the award in an interview, Hammad said spiring journalists should

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UDUS Campus journalists recall rewarding experiences

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With the aim of achieving first-class honours, Abdulrasheed Akere, the immediate past editor-in-chief of Pen Press, went all out in his studies when he began his academic journey in 2019. Studying Education and Biology is tough. Apart from reading, Akere attended numerous tutorial sessions to lay the groundwork for achieving his dream first-class degree. To

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LASUSTECH interns commend MCDN on SIWES experience

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Students of Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH) who recently completed their Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) at the Media Career Development Network (MCDN) have shared their memorable learning experiences in the organisation. Speaking at the send off for them, the interns shared testimonials of  various skills they learnt and the opportunities

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CJA winner urges campus journalists to be committed

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Winner of the Campus Journalist of the Year at the prestigious Youth Digest Campus Journalism Awards (CJA) Shereefdeen Ahamad has urged campus journalists to stay committed to their craft. Ahamad, a 500-level law student and the president of the National Association of Campus Journalists (NACJ), Usmanu Danfodiyo University chapter gave the advice while speaking on

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Journalists urged to maximise membership of professional networks

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The Executive Director of Media Career Development Network (MCDN), Mr. Lekan Otufodunrin, has advised journalists and other media practitioners on the need to prioritize belonging to professional networks during their active years in service. He made the call during the launch of the #EndMisogynyNG advocacy campaign, organized by Journalists for Christ (JFC) in collaboration with

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UDUS Students top at 2024 Campus Journalism Awards

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Students from Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto (UDUS) stole the spotlight at the 2024 Campus Journalism Awards (CJA), clinching multiple honours at the prestigious event. The ceremony, organised by Youth Digest, was held on December 7, 2024, at Cosmopolitan University, Abuja, celebrating excellence in campus journalism across Nigeria. A 500-level law student and President of the

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2024 Wole Soyinka Award for Investigative Reporting winners

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Winners have emerged for various award categories from the final shortlists of the 2024(19th) Wole Soyinka Award for Investigative Reporting. There was however no overall Investigative Reporter of The Year winner as the award judges complained of the declining quality of investigative reports. Commended works, runners-up and some winners of the six categories of the

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ICIR Seeks Application for Countering AI-enhanced Misinformation Project

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The International Centre for Investigative Reporting (ICIR) invites applications from suitable and qualified journalists, Social Media Influencers and Civic actors for its “Countering AI-Enhanced Misinformation in Nigeria Project”. The Countering AI-Enhanced Misinformation in Nigeria Project is aimed at reducing the dissemination and impact of AI-enhanced misinformation in Nigeria by promoting media literacy and responsible information sharing

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